Seven of Swords is a card of the minor arcana and most associated with cunning and deceit. The Seven of Swords reversed carries a very specific message. Your strategic planning may have stopped giving you results, and you may have to try another approach, or you have been deceiving people for a long time and are close to getting exposed. Lies and betrayals will come to light. You must fix your mistakes before that. The card suggests that you must be cautious in your relationships, career, and finances. People around you may have secret agendas.

Seven of Swords Symbolism

The Seven of Swords has heavy symbolism; it showcases a man trying to get away with stealing seven swords. He looks confident about getting away with it but may get caught.

• The card represents stealth and cunning. The man is wrongly assuming that he will succeed.
• He is carrying five swords in his arms, while two are on the floor. It suggests that he may not be entirely successful.
• It also showcases consequences of wrong actions; in the card, the soldiers have noticed him, and he may face punishment.
• He is not as clever as he believes himself to be; his theft has been noticed.

Seven of Swords Reversed Meaning

A reversed Seven of Swords tarot card is a sign that the lies you have told will be revealed, so it’s better to stop keeping secrets. Any victory that you have built by cheating and sabotaging people will not hold for long.

• Your conscience is stronger, and if you have wronged anyone, you will feel very guilty. 
• You may confess to your wrongdoings to ease your conscience. 
• You are regretting your past mistakes. Your past strategies are not working, and you need to rethink your strategies.

Seven of Swords Reversed Meaning in Relationships

A reversed seven of swords tarot card is not a good sign at all, as it is often associated with cheating, betrayal, and manipulation in a relationship.

• You should stop manipulating your partner and rather be honest with them.
• Using cunning to deceive your partner will not earn you love and respect in the long run.
• Confess and apologize if you are the one who has done something wrong. Alternately, the card may also mean that you are being taken advantage of in the relationship. 
• The card also implies that people you may consider friends are actually trying to sabotage your relationship.

Seven of Swords Reversed as Feelings

If you want to understand your partner’s feelings for you, then this card explains it very well.

In a Steady Relationship

Your partner has caught up to your deception and tricks and is suspicious of you. They do not know whether to trust you or not. They feel hurt, betrayed, and inconsolable.

If You Are Single

Your potential partner is unsure of whether or not they should pursue a relationship with you. They feel like you are overly critical of them and have hidden motives.

Seven of Swords Reversed Meaning in Career

In career contexts, a reversed Seven of Swords means that your strategy and planning are not working. Any lies you have told at work will come to light, so be prepared.

• Your colleagues may be trying to sabotage you at work; you may not be getting your due credit.
• Others may be trying to reduce your credibility at work by spreading rumors about your work ethic and character.
• The card wants you to use your cunning to make yourself appear reliable and hardworking.
• Any secrets you have been keeping that may affect your reputation at work may come to light soon.

Seven of Swords Reversed Meaning in Finances

The seven of swords reversed does not mean anything positive regarding finances. You are likely to fall victim to theft or fraud.

• Stay away from risky investments and get-rich-quick schemes; they may be a trap.
• Do not cheat anyone out of their money, as it will have consequences.
• Be honest with yourself about your spending and saving habits; do not deceive yourself either.

Seven of Swords Reversed Meaning in Health

The Seven of Swords means something different in a health context. The card is more about denial than cunning and betrayal. You are careless about your own well-being and procrastinating the doctor’s visit.

• You are in denial of your deteriorating health and are avoiding dealing with it.
• You may be afraid of seeking treatment because you do not want to admit that something is wrong.
• It is better to get yourself checked and treated rather than letting the illness get worse.

Seven of Swords Reversed Meaning in Spirituality

The seven of swords reversed means something different for your spirituality; you may be wanting to explore your spiritual connection and try to reach out to a spiritual leader or mentor.

• Be careful of who you ask for mentorship and guidance because they may deceive you.
• They may have ulterior motives and try to manipulate you.

What to Do After Seeing the Reversed Seven of Swords?

If you have drawn the reversed seven of swords in your readings, then that means that you must take some actions to correct your wrongs; you must put your conscience at ease.

Take Accountability

You must take accountability for your actions and acknowledge the harm that you may have caused to others. If you deceived others in relationships or at work, you should apologize to them.

Be Honest

Try to be upfront and honest about your intentions in the future; do not deceive or manipulate your partner. Try not to sabotage others in the workplace. This makes you a more reliable person to be around.

Be Yourself

Do not be dishonest with yourself; try to admit to yourself that you have done something wrong instead of justifying it. Be in touch with your own feelings. You may be trying to deceive others because of your own insecurities.

Be a Better Person

Now that you have acknowledged your wrongdoings and taken accountability, try to be better from now on. You should go for a fresh start and start communicating openly. You should try to become trust-worthy.

Seven of Swords Reversed Meaning in Yes/No Reading

In yes/ no readings, the Seven of Swords is generally a “no”. The card is telling you to be more cautious about trusting others.

In Relationships

It is suggesting “no” relating to relationship questions. Your partner may have secondary motives or has not been communicating with you. Time will reveal half-truths and deceptions.

In Career

The card tells you “no” again; you may be sabotaged at your workplace, and it wants you to not trust your co-workers and bosses freely. People may have hidden agendas.

In Money Matters

If you have been planning to invest, the card is telling you cautiously “no”; the timing is not right, and you may deal with heavy losses.

Summary

The Seven of Swords reversed is a very significant minor arcana card. It is about truth and honesty prevailing. It is forcing you to confront your own shortcomings and wrongdoings and work on them. The card is telling you to be careful about who you trust and asks you to extend kindness to people who are kind to you. Cunning and deceit do not bring success and prosperity in the long run.

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